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Arabic Studies ,Minor

Arabic Studies, Minor

Academic programs / Undergraduate minors and certificates / Arabic Studies

Business, Culture, Language, Middle East, Translation

Social media and nightly news are filled with events touching the Middle East and Islamic nations. But how many people understand the deep issues at hand? You can as you explore the cross-cultural dynamics of Islamic civilization in this program.
Description ▲

In the minor program in Arabic studies, students receive instruction in Modern Standard Arabic as well as Arabic, Middle Eastern and Islamic literature, culture and civilization. Students who complete the prescribed coursework are able to communicate effectively in Arabic, interact with native speakers, read current material in Arabic, and write in Modern Standard Arabic.

This program could be highly beneficial to students in all academic disciplines who are doing research or seeking employment in areas related to the Middle East or other parts of the Arab world. Participants are encouraged to participate in a study abroad program to gain an immersive educational experience.

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Curriculum ▲
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Requirement Minimum Grade Credit Hours
The minor in Arabic Studies requires 28 credit hours of courses detailed below. A minimum grade of "C" (2.00 on a 4.00 scale) or better is required in each course. Course substitutions are allowed for heritage and advanced speakers of the language.
Required Courses - 25 credit hours
ARB 201: Intermediate Arabic I
5 Credit Hours
Minimum Grade:C
 C 5
ARB 202: Intermediate Arabic II
5 Credit Hours
Minimum Grade:C
 C 5
ARB 311: Advanced Arabic Skills I
OR ARB 315: Advanced Arabic for Heritage Speakers
3 Credit Hours
Minimum Grade:C
 C 3
ARB 331: Arabic/Islamic Culture and Literature (GCSI)
3 Credit Hours
Minimum Grade:C
 C 3
ARB 341: Quran Text and Women (GCSI) or ARB 351: Classical Arabic Literature
3 Credit Hours
Minimum Grade:C
 C 3
ARB 352: Modern Arabic Literature in Translation or ARB 422: Advanced Arabic Media
3 Credit Hours
Minimum Grade:C
 C 3
ARB 411: Advanced Arabic Skills II
3 Credit Hours
Minimum Grade:C
 C 3
Related Area - 3 credit hours
3 Credit Hours
Minimum Grade:C
 C 3
Notes
Prerequisite courses may be needed in order to complete the requirements of this minor.

Enrollment requirements ▲

GPA Requirement: 2.00

Incompatible Majors: BA in international letters and cultures (Arabic studies)

Other Enrollment Requirements: None

Current ASU undergraduate students may pursue a minor and have it recognized on their ASU transcript at graduation. Minor requirements appear on the degree audit after the minor is added. Certain major and minor combinations may be deemed inappropriate by the college or department of either the major or the minor program. Courses taken for the minor may not count toward both the major and the minor.
Career opportunities▲

Minor programs enable students to develop additional competencies that complement the marketable knowledge and skills they acquire in their majors.

Graduates with a minor in Arabic studies have the enhanced communication skills and cultural competence that help them as they pursue careers in political analysis, education, tourism and hospitality, the military, sociology, marketing and various other fields.
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